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Doggy Daycare Welcomes Pups With Standing Ovations
At Nico’s Doggy Daycare, the dogs are the real MVPs. Every morning when the dogs arrive, they get a standing…
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Boaters Witness Rare Great White Shark Feeding Event in Maine
Shark sightings are common in states like Florida, the Carolinas, and even New York City. Even New England states like…
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These Real-Life Giant Crocodiles Could Rival Dinosaurs
Crocodiles are found in tropical areas throughout North and South America, Asia, and Australia. Three species are native to these…
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These Giant Wasps Can Grow Up to 4 Inches Long
A fear of wasps is relatively common among many. If it’s not the anticipatory buzz of nearby wings that gets…
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These Female-Led Animal Species Prove Girls Run the Wild
As a great queen once sang in 2011, “women run the world.” This is true even in the animal kingdom,…
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Texas Is Full of Black Birds—and These 10 Are the Most Fascinating
Texas is home to more birds in the U.S. than any other state. With more than 600 species to see,…
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The general fear of reptiles is called herpetophobia, and alligators are at the top of most people’s lists. They’re the…
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These 15 Birds Look Like Mythical Creatures Brought to Life
The most beautiful aspect of the world we live in is the diversity within our animal kingdom. Birds are particularly…
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Meet the World’s Oldest Chicken Breed Still in Existence
Everyone has heard the joke, “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But did you ever wonder which chicken was…
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Why the World Is Watching Two Orcas Suffer in Silence
Orcas can live nearly a century in the wild. They rule the oceans but are curious animals, especially when it…
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Why Melting Ice Is the Greatest Threat to Polar Bears Today
When it comes to Arctic apex predators, the polar bear is the first animal that typically comes to mind. It’s…
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How Artificial Light Is Threatening Ocean Life
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Why Cockfighting Was Once a Royal Obsession
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Florida Surfer Bitten at Shark Bite Capital of the World
Since the 1880s, New Smyrna Beach has reported more than 300 shark attacks. The New York Post reports that between…
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Are There More Sharks in NYC, or Are We Just Seeing Them More?
New York City isn’t typically the first place you think of when it comes to shark sightings. While they’re expected…
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These Honeybees Fry a Giant Hornet Alive
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Why You Should Never Treat a Snake Bite at Home
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This Sea Slug Can Regrow Its Body From Just Its Head
Sea slugs are one of the world’s most stunning, diverse, and adaptable animals. Not only are sea slugs beautiful to…
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King Cobra vs. Green Mamba: Which Snake Is More Dangerous?
King cobras are the heavyweight champions of the snake world. These are the largest and longest of any other venomous…
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Shark Week Party Ideas That Will Make a Splash
It’s July, which means it’s time for everyone’s favorite event of the year: Shark Week. It’s the most anticipated series…
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These Huge North Carolina Bugs Look Straight Out of a Horror Movie
The further south you go, the bigger the bugs. Heat has a dramatic effect on the growth rate of some…
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Hiking the Appalachian Trail? You May Encounter These Animals
The Appalachian Trail spans 2,194 miles across 14 states along the East Coast of the U.S. Most experienced hikers begin…
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Why Beekeepers Are Losing Up to 70% of Their Hives
Without honeybees, we would lose most commercial honey production, and many fruit, nut, and vegetable crops would see reduced yields…
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8 Dangerous (Even Deadly!) Caterpillars to Avoid at All Costs
Earth is home to over 20,000 caterpillar species, found in every corner of the globe except Antarctica. While most are…
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How American Toads Attract Mates with a Loud Croak
The American toad is one of the most well-known toad species throughout North America. Its notable warts and big, round…
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Drone Bee Meets Grim Fate as Mating Ritual Is Ambushed by Spider
Of all the unique flying, buzzing specimens out there, bumblebees are one of the most mesmerizing…even when they’re engaging in…
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A Field Guide to Identifying Wild Animal Scat in North America
Feces are a valuable tool in the world of animal identification. It might sound gross, but it’s one of the…
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This Fruit Bat Fell Into a Pool and Did Something Unexpected
Anyone with a pool knows how easily animals can become stuck swimming in circles. It’s not uncommon to find insects,…
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Why Birdwatching Is Exploding in Popularity Across America
You’re outside when suddenly you hear an unfamiliar chirp. Looking around, you wonder, “Is it a squirrel?” “Is it a…
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The Self-Preserving Reason Queen Bees Take Small Breaks
In chess, the queen is the most valuable piece for a player. She’s capable of making any move, which also…
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The Elusive Giant Phantom Jellyfish Looks Like Darth Vader
Art often imitates life, and sometimes animals do, too. The enormous jellyfish seen in this YouTube video bears a striking…
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Can Crows Really Speak English?
Birds are brilliant animals, and crows are among the most intelligent. They’re often too smart for their own good, and…
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The Shark Attacks That Inspired ‘Jaws’ Were More Terrifying Than the Movie
“Jaws” is one of the most well-known cult classic creature features ever created. A young Steven Spielberg struck gold in…
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5 Florida Beaches With The Most Shark Attacks
There are multiple theories as to why Florida beaches are seeing an increase in shark sightings. These theories range from…
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Orcas Are the Apex Predators That Even Great White Sharks Fear
Orcas look like water pandas, but live up to the nickname “killer whale.” This name originates from sailors who witnessed…
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These Animals’ Camouflage Capabilities are Mindblowing
Natural camouflage is one of nature’s greatest gifts in the animal kingdom. Sure, some animals have deadly toxins or surgically…
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A Tiny Jumping Spider Quickly Takes Down a Mealworm
Everyone loves the world’s most famous jumping spider, Lucas. While we’ve seen this adorably animated arachnid dance, sing, and play,…
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Glacier Finch Builds Nests in Ice and Hatches Eggs in the Cold
When we think of glaciers, polar bears and penguins often come to mind. Finches are more associated with backyards than…
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Discover the Largest Brazos Water Snake Ever Recorded
The Brazos water snake, Nerodia harteri, is endemic to a single location in the United States. It thrives in the Brazos…
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Jaws is still heralded today as one of the greatest creature feature horror movies ever made. Steven Spielberg struck gold…
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This Lechwe’s Incredible Escape from a Crocodile Will Stun You
The animal kingdom can be wild and unpredictable. It’s a dog-eat-dog world, or, in the case of this YouTube video,…
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These Are the Snakes You’ll Find in the Arkansas River
Arkansas is home to 39 species of snakes, and six of them are venomous. Thankfully, not all of these venomous…
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Hunting is an art form for the squid. These deep-sea creatures evolved to thrive in the darkness and also survive…
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The digital age has gifted us with many things. The ability to stream TV shows and movies, entire music albums,…
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Every Snake Species You Might Meet in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is home to 11 species of reptiles and amphibians. Snakes make up nearly half of that number,…
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All About Fox Teeth and Why They’re Sharper Than You Think
A fox’s teeth are one of its more unique features. Although they’re omnivores, their canines resemble those of a carnivore,…
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‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Reimagines the Mesozoic Era’s Predators
Jurassic World Rebirth‘s Distortus Rex is stealing the show for now, but fans have spotted several other apex predators in…
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‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Features Two Fierce Aquatic Predators
The only thing scarier than a T. Rex on land is a T. Rex in water. Jurassic Park III‘s infamous riverboat…
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This Shark Challenges Everything We Thought About Shark Silence
Until recently, the scientific community believed that sharks were silent. Like many other marine life, they communicate through body language…